Nigeria Senate warns South Africa over attacks
Analysis based on 18 articles · First reported Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The threat to review diplomatic relations may increase uncertainty for South African businesses operating in Nigeria and could affect bilateral trade. However, the referral to committee suggests a measured approach, limiting immediate market disruption.
On July 7, 2026, the Nigeria — Senate of Nigeria debated and adopted resolutions in response to renewed xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa, following a motion by Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong who highlighted a June 30 ultimatum to Nigerians. Lawmakers condemned the attacks and threatened to review diplomatic relations if attacks persist. Some senators, including Mustapha Salihu, Abdul Ahmed Ningi, and Adams Oshiomhole, proposed severing ties or appropriating profits from South African companies, but Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin urged restraint and referred the matter to the Committee on Foreign Affairs for investigation. Former Senate Leader Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Kebbi cautioned that the attacks may be part of a broader political agenda to destabilize the South African government and the India — Indian National Congress. The Senate directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian High Commission to obtain written assurances from South Africa, compile records of affected Nigerians, and collaborate with the African Union on early warning mechanisms.
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